Update....FINALLY : )

I am officially the worst blogger ever as it takes me forever to re-post, but things have been a little bit chaotic around here...I don't know why ; )  The boys have been growing and continue to gain weight.  Both boys are about 6 pounds now and their little personalities are really starting to shine through.  Jack, who we have now nicknamed "The Bear" is very demanding and wants what he wants when he wants it...Johnny says he is the spitting image of me and my personality!  Cole continues to be laid back and we have nicknamed him "Squeaks" as he squeaks constantly throughout the day rather than cry.


The boys had their first photo session at the mall and drew a lot of attention.  They were photographed in beautiful blankets that were knitted by their Aunt Katie, and got placed in their stockings....much to their dismay.

Jack

Cole

Cole

Jack

The boys also had their first bath.  Jack loved the water, however Cole was not so sure and proceeded to hold onto my arm for the entire bath.

Jack

Jack

Cole

Cole

ALL CLEAN AFTER THEIR BATH!!

The boys made their first appearance at church on Christmas Eve, and were the talk of the vestibule where we stood for the entire mass.  The only people who had more on their plates than we did, where the set of all boy triplets that also stood for the entire mass.

 Cole & Jack

We all had an excellent Christmas full of family, love, and of course presents.  Some of the boys favorite presents were the mirror that Santa brought them. I think Jack looked at himself and posed for about an hour.  The also loved the activity mat that Auntie Em bought them.  Johnny's favorite present, for the boys of course, were the two CAT trucks they received from Popper and Carol...I'm sure one day he will let the boys play with them, when he is done of course.

The boys especially liked seeing Nannie and Pops on Christmas day and G-Ma, G-Pa, Auntie Em and Uncle Casey the day after Christmas.  The boys also got a chance to meet their Aunt Patti and Aunt Barb who although they were cranky for, absolutely love.  

Here are some other cute pics just cause.  More updates to follow, hopefully a little sooner this time!

Jack

Cole

Brother Love

Jack

Cole

Sleeping in Car Seats

Jack Stretching

Cole Chilling

Talking to Each Other

At Home...FINALLY!!!!

This week has been such a whirlwind of emotions and excitement.  On Monday, Jack and Cole got a surprise visit from Nannie and Pops!!!  Both boys got to be rocked and fed to celebrate the good news that they would be going home the next day.

Late Tuesday both Jack AND Cole were released from Florida Hospital.  All the nurses and doctors marveled at how strong and healthy both boys were, and told us that normally babies born at 34 weeks do not make progress as quickly as the boys did...Johnny and I however knew how strong they were to begin with and are just ecstatic that they both got to come home together. Upon release both boys weighed 4 lbs. 1 oz.

Miller and Dixie were also VERY excited that Jack and Cole were home.  In fact, in the first 2 hours of being home, Dixie managed to pull 2 blankets and a onesie out of the dirty clothes, and eat one binkie.  Both dogs continue to very excited by every little noise that the boys make.  Miller will actually come and find me if he hears the boys cry : )  

Wednesday, we had our first trip out as a family...to meet our pediatrician Dr. Middleton.  He was fabulous, and he too marveled at how well both boys looked.  Jack now weighs 4 lbs. 5 oz. and is 18 inches long.  Cole weighs 4 lbs. 3 oz. and he too is 18 inches long.

Johnny and I are loving being home together with the boys...even at 2 a.m. ; )